Dental Assistant Jobs in West Warwick, RI

A Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in the dental industry by assisting dentists during patient procedures, providing patient care and comfort, preparing dental instruments, sterilizing instruments, and performing office management tasks. They also perform laboratory duties such as making dental casts and taking digital x-rays. Their role is vital to the smooth operation of dental clinics and hospitals, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care and support. Dental Assistants should have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, adept manual dexterity, and high levels of patience and empathy.

Dental Assistants must have proper certifications, often requiring the completion of an accredited dental assistant program resulting in a certificate or diploma. Some states may require dental assistants to be licensed or registered, involving passing a written or practical exam. Before becoming a Dental Assistant, a person may start their career as a Dental Office Receptionist handling scheduling and billing. Others may begin as a Dental Hygienist, focusing on preventative dental care, or as a Medical Assistant, gaining foundational healthcare skills that can be applied in a dental setting.

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Eric George DMD & Associates

Dental Assistant ( General Dentistry Practice )

The ideal candidate will have experience with Dental software, Chairside Assisting, X-Ray Certified, temp crowns....

Clinical Team Leader Up to $2000 Sign On Bonus

  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 17 days ago

*Ensure Offices are adhering to Benevis and all government regulations, including state dental assistant rules and regulations, HIPPA and OSHA regulations....

Clinical Dental Assistant

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Dental Assistant Employee - Full Time Indiv Contrib-Union Providence, RI, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 3933 Under general supervision, provides a range of clinical, administrative and staff...

Dental Assistant on our Mobile Dental Van

  • Cranston, RI (8 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (8 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Certified Dental Assistant preferred Current CPR (BLS) required Provide/maintain all required immunizations and/or vaccinations Complete all required background checks KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists...

Dental Assistant

  • Warwick, RI (2 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (2 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 5 days ago

The Dental Assistant is also responsible for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies....

Dental Assisting Instructor

  • Lincoln, RI (15 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lincoln, RI (15 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 9 days ago

If you're an experienced Dental Assistant, we're ready to support your transition into this rewarding teaching position--no prior educational experience needed....

Registered Dental Assistant

  • Jewett City, CT (24 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Jewett City, CT (24 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 10 days ago

Overview In this role, you’ll be an important member of the clinical team, working alongside GPs and other Specialty Clinicians dedicated to serving patients. You’ll be supporting many sides of...

Dental - SC - Dental Assistant I

  • Wakefield, RI (18 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI (18 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Preferred Qualifications:1 year experience as a dental assistant. Candidates who do not meet all of the preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply....

Dental - SC - Dental Assistant

  • Wakefield, RI (18 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Wakefield, RI (18 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 16 days ago

Job Description Job Title: Dental Assistant Reports to: Dental Practice Manager Department: Dental FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Grade: 5 Version Date: May 2023 General Responsibilities: The Dental Assistant...

Dental Assistant

  • Johnston, RI (9 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (9 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 17 days ago

Assists in the provision of high-quality care within the scope of service consistent with accepted standards of care for certified dental assistants....

Lead Dental Assistant - Tufts Dental Facilities for Special Needs Tufts University

  • Taunton, MA (24 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Taunton, MA (24 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Coordination of temporary Dental Assistants. Participates in the recruitment and interviewing of new dental assistants....

Clinical Team Leader

  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

*Ensure Offices are adhering to Benevis and all government regulations, including state dental assistant rules and regulations, HIPPA and OSHA regulations....

Dental Assistant

  • Attleboro, MA (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives....

Lead Dental Assistant

  • Newport, RI (17 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Newport, RI (17 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 90+ days ago

Certification by the Dental Assisting National Board as a certified dental assistant preferred....

Dental Assistant - Entry level

  • Warwick, RI (2 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (2 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 29 days ago

When you join our team as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives....

Demographic Data for West Warwick, RI

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in West Warwick, RI

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Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in West Warwick, RI offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
High School or GED
24.3%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
16.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Assistants in West Warwick, RI
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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